Best Signum Records Podcasts (2025)

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Session 334: The Orthography of Ori 2:09:47

5d ago2:09:47

2:09:47

Corey returns, once more with the assistance and advice of the inimitable Chad Bornholdt, to the Book of Mazarbul. Tonight, we examine Ori's script! Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Thank you for your support for our Annual Fundraising Campaign. If you missed the campaign event broadcasts, you can …

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Session 332: The Rosetta Stone of Mazarbul 1:53:41

21d ago1:53:41

1:53:41

Tonight we look at Tolkien's Book of Mazarbul illustrations, putting ourselves in Gandalf's shoes and puzzling out the text, with the help of special guest Chad Bornholdt! Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Thank you for your support for our Annual Fundraising Campaign. If you missed the campaign eve…

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Session 333: More Cirth! The Real Book of Mazarbul Continues... 2:15:39

21d ago2:15:39

2:15:39

Tonight, Corey continues to learn the Cirth with Chad Bornholdt's help, and we read more of what Gandalf did not. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Thank you for your support for our Annual Fundraising Campaign. If you missed the campaign event broadcasts, you can watch the recordings here. • https:…

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Session 330: A Great Work is Begun 1:55:37

1M ago1:55:37

1:55:37

Happy Gondorian New Year! In our second session on the Book of Mazarbul, we will get to the high water mark of Balin's expedition. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Thank you for your support for our Annual Fundraising Campaign. If you missed the campaign event broadcasts, you can watch the recordin…

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Session 331: Balin's End 1:55:48

1M ago1:55:48

1:55:48

Tonight we discuss the end of the Book of Mazarbul, and Balin's end. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Thank you for your support for our Annual Fundraising Campaign. If you missed the campaign event broadcasts, you can watch the recordings here. • https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLasMbZ4s5vIW…

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Session 329: Storytime with Gandalf 2:03:16

1M ago2:03:16

2:03:16

Tonight we begin our discussion of Gandalf's reading from the Book of Mazarbul! Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Thank you for your support for our Annual Fundraising Campaign. If you missed the campaign event broadcasts, you can watch the recordings here. • https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL…

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Session 328: The Chamber of Records 2:01:59

2M ago2:01:59

2:01:59

Tonight we discuss (at least!) our first slide of the new chapter, examining the Chamber of Mazarbul. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Thank you for your support for our Annual Fundraising Campaign. If you missed the campaign event broadcasts, you can watch the recordings here. • https://www.youtub…

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Session 327: The Mournful Inscription 1:45:44

2M ago1:45:44

1:45:44

It's time to start a new chapter, and one we've been excitedly waiting for: The Bridge of Khazad-dum. Let's start by learning about runes! Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Thank you for your support for our Annual Fundraising Campaign. If you missed the campaign event broadcasts, you can watch the …

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Session 323: Bilbo's Gifts 1:38:15

3M ago1:38:15

1:38:15

We discuss Gimli and Frodo's very different reactions to Gandalf's download of mithril lore. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Thank you for your support for our Annual Fundraising Campaign. If you missed the campaign event broadcasts, you can watch the recordings here. • https://www.youtube.com/pla…

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Session 326: What the Daylight Reveals 1:52:21

3M ago1:52:21

1:52:21

Join Corey as he joins the Company is seeing what there is to be seen in the early light of the new day in Moria. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Thank you for your support for our Annual Fundraising Campaign. If you missed the campaign event broadcasts, you can watch the recordings here. • https:…

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Session 324: A Chance Meeting 1:55:12

3M ago1:55:12

1:55:12

Corey returns just in time for the introduction of central character in the LOTR! Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Thank you for your support for our Annual Fundraising Campaign. If you missed the campaign event broadcasts, you can watch the recordings here. • https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=…

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Session 325: The Beginning of the Last Day 1:39:52

3M ago1:39:52

1:39:52

Tonight, let's check in with Boromir and see what his current assessment of Gandalf's leadership is. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Thank you for your support for our Annual Fundraising Campaign. If you missed the campaign event broadcasts, you can watch the recordings here. • https://www.youtube…

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Session 322: Gandalf's Mithril-Lore 1:43:05

5M ago1:43:05

1:43:05

Tonight Corey looks at what Gandalf emphasizes about Moria-silver. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Annual Fundraising Campaign started. https://youtube.com/live/6F9RlxP9ljQ Signum Studios just launched another Kickstarter for a new project: Rings & Realms:The Lord of the Rings-The War of the Rohir…

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Session 321: What We Know About Mithril 1:47:55

5M ago1:47:55

1:47:55

What does Tolkien tell us about mithril? Tonight we discuss the passage that contains about 80-90% of what we know. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Annual Fundraising Campaign started. https://youtube.com/live/6F9RlxP9ljQ Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings…

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Session 319: Finding the Third Dimension: the Antepenultimate Stanza 1:47:07

5M ago1:47:07

1:47:07

The poetic experiment continues as we examine the last monochrome stanzas of Gimli's poem. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 320: Poetry Appreciation 1:48:17

5M ago1:48:17

1:48:17

Corey returns to the world of prose to discuss Sam's response to Gimli's song and the overall shift towards practical application. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Annual Fundraising Campaign started. https://youtube.com/live/6F9RlxP9ljQ Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings…

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Session 318: Finding the Third Dimension: the Middle Stanzas 1:52:45

6M ago1:52:45

1:52:45

Tonight we return to Gimli's poem one more time, finding the third poetic dimension in the middle stanzas. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 317: The End of Gimli's Song 1:51:01

6M ago1:51:01

1:51:01

Corey discusses the ending of Gimli’s song and then presents his observations on what makes this poem not at all boring. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 316: The Second Half of the Song 2:04:02

6M ago2:04:02

2:04:02

Tonight we continue with our initial pass through Gimli's Khazad-dum poem! Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 315: The Dwarves' World 2:00:02

7M ago2:00:02

2:00:02

We are back and ready for some poetry. Are you prepared for one of our three biggest glimpses into dwarfdom in all of the LOTR? Thank you for all your help in funding Rings and Realms Season Two. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/signumu/rings-and-realms-season-2 Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv…

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Session 314: The Dwarf Perspective At Last 1:45:22

7M ago1:45:22

1:45:22

Tonight, we hear from Gimli at last, and get a glimpse of his experience. And we prepare for the poem! Please help us reach our goal to fund Rings and Realms Season Two. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/signumu/rings-and-realms-season-2 Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Explor…

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Session 313: Uptown Moria 1:51:30

9M ago1:51:30

1:51:30

Tonight we come to the end of the second Moria March in comparative comfort, underneath the unseen sky. Please help us reach our goal to fund Rings and Realms Season Two. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/signumu/rings-and-realms-season-2 Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Explo…

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Session 312: The Second March 1:38:19

9M ago1:38:19

1:38:19

It is time for the Second March of the Company through Moria. Things are trending up in the deadly dark. Please help us reach our goal to fund Rings and Realms Season Two. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/signumu/rings-and-realms-season-2 Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Expl…

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Session 311: A Humanizing Interlude 1:44:32

9M ago1:44:32

1:44:32

Tonight we examine Gandalf and his benevolent nicotine addiction. Please help us reach our goal to fund Rings and Realms Season Two. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/... Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings…

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Session 309: Pippin Drops a Stone 1:43:01

10M ago1:43:01

1:43:01

Tonight, Pippin will throw a stone down a well. Admit it: you would do it too. Please help us reach our goal to fund Rings and Realms Season Two. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/... Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings…

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Session 310: The Fallout from the Stone 1:43:11

10M ago1:43:11

1:43:11

Tonight we return to Pippin by the unnerving hole in the floor, and we join him in listening to echoes. Please help us reach our goal to fund Rings and Realms Season Two. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/... Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings…

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Session 308: The Guardroom 1:43:44

10M ago1:43:44

1:43:44

Tonight we remember Bill the Pony and discover the Hole in the Floor, disappearing into darkness. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 307: A Point of Decision 1:41:11

11M ago1:41:11

1:41:11

Tonight we continue our journey through the dark, listening to noises and thinking about the sunlit lands. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 305: Gandalf's Guidance 1:48:58

11M ago1:48:58

1:48:58

Tonight we will learn about Gandalf's accomplishments as a guide, and we will discuss the most mysterious simile in the entire Lord of the Rings. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 306: Sounds in the Darkness 1:49:19

11M ago1:49:19

1:49:19

Tonight we look at Frodo's description of the darkness around them, and the obstacles and noises that fill it. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 303: Through the Deadly Dark 1:41:34

12M ago1:41:34

1:41:34

The journey through the long dark of Moria finally begins -- after a stiff drink! Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 304: The Journey Continues 1:44:26

12M ago1:44:26

1:44:26

Tonight we set off and begin the actual traveling through Moria. Let's listen and see what we hear! Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 301: The Beginning of the Long Dark 1:54:52

12M ago1:54:52

1:54:52

As of last week, our discussion has officially entered Moria. But before we set out, we look back at the tentacular Thing in the water one more time. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 302: Gandalf Takes the Lead 1:31:56

12M ago1:31:56

1:31:56

Gandalf proceeds, through word and deed, to answer the question that Boromir mutters to himself. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 300: Crossing the Threshold 1:54:45

1y ago1:54:45

1:54:45

It's episode 300 of Exploring the Lord of the Rings! Let's celebrate by actually entering Moria. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 299: The Choice of Master Samwise 1:55:46

1y ago1:55:46

1:55:46

Tonight we return to the Watcher in the Water, whatever it is, and see Sam saving the day, as usual. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 297: The Ripples and the Answer Draw Near 1:47:19

1y ago1:47:19

1:47:19

Tonight we gaze out across the foul pool, as ominous ripples form and move towards the bank. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 296: Gandalf Takes the Wrong Approach 1:26:21

1y ago1:26:21

1:26:21

Tonight we finish watching Gandalf take the wrong approach, and we will see the growing evidence of Boromir's frustration. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 295: Quick to Anger 1:54:21

1y ago1:54:21

1:54:21

What do we learn from Gandalf's attempt to open the door? Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 298: Passing the Mellon Test 1:42:25

1y ago1:42:25

1:42:25

Tonight we return to Gandalf's laughter-filled interlude in between the Watcher's approach and his attack. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 294: Quick to Anger 1:46:19

1y ago1:46:19

1:46:19

Tempers flare at the Doors of Durin. Tonight, we look carefully at Boromir's contribution. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 292: Moria Security Protocols 1:35:41

1y ago1:35:41

1:35:41

Tonight we return to the doors of Moria and consider their security protocols. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 293: Memories of Lost Lore 1:48:02

1y ago1:48:02

1:48:02

Tonight, Gandalf initiates the Lost Password Recovery Process for the Doors of Durin. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 291: The Subcommittee Comes Through! 1:25:26

1y ago1:25:26

1:25:26

Let's do some metainterpretation of Moria gate! Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 290: Runes And Letters And Cunning Handwriting 1:56:57

1y ago1:56:57

1:56:57

Tonight we look at the description of the moon letters on the gate. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 289: The Doors Are Shut 1:58:42

1+ y ago1:58:42

1:58:42

Tonight we'll watch Gandalf find the doors that are shut, and see yet another nod to The Hobbit. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 288: Sam Speaks Out 1:53:29

1+ y ago1:53:29

1:53:29

It is time for Master Gamgee to put his foot down. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 286: Tentacular Forebodings 1:48:36

1+ y ago1:48:36

1:48:36

You ever get that feeling that you get when you are about to be attacked by a tentacular monstrosity? Let's enjoy that together this evening. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 285: The Doom of Bill 1:36:16

1+ y ago1:36:16

1:36:16

Tonight the doom of Bill the Pony is spoken, his departure drawing ever nigh. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 287: Concerning Elves and Dwarves 1:55:02

1+ y ago1:55:02

1:55:02

It's the seventh anniversary of ExLOTR! Let's celebrate the friendship of dwarves and elves. Special guest: Thomas P. Hillman https://www.kentstateuniversitypress.... Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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